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Broncos roster: RB Blake Watson (No. 25) fighting for spot in crowded backfield
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Broncos Wire 's 90-man offseason roster series continues today with a look at second-year running back Blake Watson , No. 25.
Before the Broncos :Watson (5-9, 195 pounds) was a five-year player in college, playing for Old Dominion from 2018-2022 and a lone year at Memphis. Watson played in 36 games for Old Dominion (ODU did not play any games in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic), with 398 carries for 2,146 yards and 14 rushing touchdowns. Watson also had 60 receptions for 448 yards and three touchdowns in his time with the Monarchs.
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In his lone year with the Tigers, Watson had a productive season, hitting career-high marks across the board. In 2023, Watson rushed for 1,152 yards on 192 carries and 14 touchdowns, catching 53 passes for 480 yards and three touchdowns. Watson's 14 rushing touchdowns and 17 total touchdowns both led the American Conference
Broncos tenure:Watson was signed by the Broncos as an undrafted free agent after the 2024 NFL draft. He had a quiet 2024, playing in two games for the Broncos, with only four carries for 10 yards and one catch for 13 yards.
Chances to make the 53-man roster: Probably a practice squad candidate. Watson finds himself in a very crowded running back room in 2025. Watson will have to battle for his life against newly signed running back J.K. Dobbins , rookie RJ Harvey , Audric Estime, Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie . If Watson can't make it on the 53-man roster, he would likely be a top candidate for the practice squad.
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